All of the Following Are Advantages of Organic Farming as Compared

question 5

Multiple Choice

All of the following are advantages of organic farming as compared to conventional farming EXCEPT:

• A) fewer pollutants are released into the environment.
• B) higher crop yields.
• C) increased biological diversity of crops.
• D) reduced use of agricultural chemicals.

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An intellectual and philosophical movement in 17th and 18th century Europe emphasizing reason, individualism, skepticism of traditional institutions, and the pursuit of knowledge.

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